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Gun control legislation is necessary discussion; so is mental health

Kellsie Kennedy January 14, 2019

Democrats in Congress announced early on that gun control would be a top priority for the newly sworn-in representatives– and that’s already begun.The New York Times reported that under a newly proposed...

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Another mass shooting, another period of no action

November 13, 2018

Another mass shooting. Another “thoughts and prayers” request. Another tragedy that resulted in no action from our lawmakers.The most recent mass shooting in the U.S. occurred at the Borderline Bar...

Diontre Davis is currently in the Fayette County Jail after bringing a gun onto UKs campus on Nov. 27, 2017. Photo taken from the Fayette County Jail website. 

Armed man on campus prompted gun policy discussion

Bailey Vandiver December 6, 2017

The incident on Nov. 27 when an armed man came onto UK’s campus prompted campus organizations to address gun policies on college campuses.Both the UK Students for Concealed Carry on Campus and the UK...

Thoughts and prayers not enough, America needs gun control now

October 3, 2017

The massacre that happened in Las Vegas was horrific. Over 50 people dead, more than 500 injured. All across the country people are mourning the victims and sending their thoughts and prayers. But thoughts...

Arkansas votes to allow concealed carry on college campuses

Madison Rexroat March 28, 2017

A new law in Arkansas now allows concealed carry license holders to have handguns on state college campuses. The law requires eight hours of active-shooter training for those holding concealed handguns...

 

Bill proposes local gun laws

Amanda Bryant November 6, 2016

In response to Lexington’s latest shootings, Sen. Reginald Thomas (D-Lexington) has pre-filed legislation that will allow local governments to regulate firearm laws. According to a statement from the...

 

Bullets do not discriminate

By the editorial board October 23, 2016

Trinity Gay envisioned herself winning state track meets. She saw herself bringing home gold for her country and family. She saw herself getting her license and graduating high school. She did not see...

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